CAROLINE BUCHANAN – the Australian double-Olympian cycling star – has shared shocking photos and videos of her recovery from a life-threatening car crash.
The 27-year-old suffered a broken nose and sternum and a collapsed lung but has had the organ drained and is already planning a comeback.
The two-wheel star wrote on Instagram: “I wouldn’t say 2017 ended quite as planned.
“It’s been a rough couple of days in ICU after a vehicle roll.
“I just moved to a private room and everything is moving in a positive recovery direction.
“I will keep you guys up to date as we go … Off season just got a little more tough.”
On her fourth day in hospital the stunning stuntwoman added: “Getting the lung drainage cord out today was the best feeling!
“Had about 2 litres drained out since my accident….. Been getting read all your amazing messages of support 
Thank you!!!! Xxx”
The blonde bike bombshell is a five-time Mountain Bike World Champion and three-time BMX World Champion.
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Local media Down Under claimed the accident involved a single vehicle and happened in New South Wales.
Family friend Matt Elliston said: “I think everyone is shocked and upset but we also know Caroline to be quite a fighter, so I personally imagine that she will bounce back very quickly and probably with more resolve than she had before.
“She’s an icon for us — and she’s very much worthy of that title because of the way she conducts herself and remains very approachable when she is around.”
Getting the lung drainage cord out today was the best feeling! Had about 2 litres drained out since my accident….. Been getting read all your amazing messages of support
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